Just got back yesterday from my Rheumy appointment. I was hoping we were going to try something new seeing that my pains are increasing and popping up in new places. She has had me on Tramadol and an anti-inflam(cant think of the name right now) . Tramadol does almost nothing for the pain and i have seen no relief from the Anti-inflam.I came to the appointment fully prepared with notes and research on the next drug she wants to put me on(Methotrexate). I explained that i am very tired all the time now and i didn`t like the idea that one of the side affects is extreme fatigue. Also i gathered that it doesn`t seem to offer much relief to those taking it. The only real relief i get and its not much is from beer and i would also have to give that up to take this pill. She got a little mad and said that what i have gathered is not true and i should stop looking on the internet because of all the horror stories. She convinced me to try it because she said that until we give it a try my insurance company will not approve Humira. Then she proceeded to tell me what the side affects are and they were the same as to what i just explained to her. She got upset with me when i said it
. Then i asked her if i could get on something stronger for the pain and she proceeded to tell me that she doesnt like to prescribe narcotics and put me on a patch(Lidoden). It makes my skin feel cold but does nothing for the deep pain. This has dragged out with her for 3 months now and i have had extreme pain for years already. I am wondering if this process is the "Norm" or should i be seeking a more compassionate doctor?
Reese
